Copy of Senior Estimator - Industrial/ Nuclear

Location: Ottawa (preferred) or Toronto
Travel: Up to 1 day/month to Chalk River
Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain Reliability clearance. Candidates with recent residency history that supports timely completion of background checks will be strongly preferred. 

Only applicants who meet all minimum qualifications will be considered.

The Opportunity

Chandos is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead estimating on a long-term nuclear project at Chalk River, supporting continued growth across Ontario.

This role is suited to a highly proactive Senior Estimator who takes ownership, a multiplier who drives timelines, and follows through relentlessly to close gaps, align stakeholders, and produce competitive, accurate bids in a complex environment.

Why This Role

A critical role on a long-standing nuclear project, where success depends on ownership, follow-through, and the ability to drive outcomes in a complex delivery environment.

What You’ll Own

• Full-cycle estimating for large-scale nuclear or industrial project
• Subtrade engagement, pricing strategy, and bid development
• Risk, contingency, and commercial assumptions that protect margin and win work
• Clear alignment between estimating, operations, and project leadership
• A disciplined, organized approach to delivering complete and accurate estimates